Sancheong-gun Launches Participatory Budgeting Contest for Residents

Resident-Proposed Projects to Be Reflected in the Budget

Strengthening Participatory Governance Expected

Sancheong-gun in South Gyeongsang Province is launching a participatory budgeting contest, allowing residents to directly propose projects needed for their community and take part in the budget allocation process.

On May 21, the county announced that applications for the "2026 Resident Participatory Budget Proposal Project" will be accepted until June 30.

This initiative aims to turn residents' ideas from daily life into actual budget projects. By reflecting proposals submitted directly by residents in the budget, the program seeks to enhance administrative transparency and efficiency while strengthening resident-centered participatory governance.

[Photo provided by Sancheong County] Poster for Sancheong County Resident Participation Budget Proposal Project Competition

The total budget for this year’s contest is 950 million won, with up to 50 million won available for each project.

The contest is divided into four categories: resident-led, youth/young adult-led, support for the socially disadvantaged, and region-led projects.

Applications can be submitted through the Sancheong-gun Resident e-Homepage, as well as at the Planning and Budget Officer of Sancheong-gun or at each township and town office.

Submitted projects will be reviewed by the relevant departments and the Resident Participatory Budgeting Committee, and selected projects are planned to be included in the main budget for 2027.

A representative from Sancheong-gun stated, "Even a small idea from a resident can serve as the starting point for change in the community," and added, "We hope for active interest and participation so that resident-driven budgeting can lead to local development."

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